Why are mornings so hard sometimes? Your eyes literally won't stay open. Your bed is like a magnet for your body and you just can't get up. It's a daily battle, isn't it? I struggle with it as much as you do. There are times when I feel like I'm only allotted one good nights' sleep per week, so the morning after a night of tossing and turning feels impossible to overcome.

I've rounded up the things that help me wake up, stay awake, and start each day on a positive note. Whether it's a daily devotional or a splash of cold water on my face, these are the things that work for me...